Kia Sorento vs Lincoln Aviator
Overview | |
Years produced2003-2009 | Years produced2003-2005 |
MSRP$31,990 | MSRP$51,370 |
Average price$22,974 | Average price$56,360 |
Listings2144 | Listings421 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.7 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.0 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryOn the small end of the midsize SUV spectrum, the Sorento is a classic in-betweener. It’s big enough to get a standard third row and has more room than compact crossovers like the Toyota RAV4, but it’s smaller and cheaper than most three-row midsizes, including Kia’s Telluride and the Ford Explorer. Gas-powered 2024 Sorentos get a visual glow-up as well as major infotainment and safety system updates, and a new X-Pro trim. Hybrid and PHEV Sorentos, which we review separately, won’t get these changes until 2025. Verdict: The 2024 Kia Sorento’s new looks make it seem bigger and fancier, and the X-Pro adds capability. There are more safety features and the Sorento’s tech is even easier to use. Demerits remain, namely the diminutive third row and pricey top trims, but the 2024 Sorento has lots to offer family buyers. | |
Reviews SummaryThere is a reason that Ford’s Lincoln luxury division emphasizes the ethos of “Quiet Flight” when discussing its products, and our 2023 Aviator Grand Touring proved itself the epitome of this concept. It quietly glides everywhere you go, swaddling you in comfort, luxury, and high-tech features. And Lincoln hasn’t altered this formula for the new model year. (Note the unit shown in this review is in US specification with Black Label packaging, which is not available in Canada.) | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.5L 191 hp I4 | Engine3.0L 400 hp V6 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainRWD |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity7 |
Horsepower191 hp @ 6100 rpm | Horsepower |
MPG City23 | MPG City18 |
MPG Highway31 | MPG Highway26 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.5L 191 hp I4 | Engine Name3.0L 400 hp V6 |
Torque181 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | Torque |
Horsepower191 hp @ 6100 rpm | Horsepower |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainRWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City23 | MPG City18 |
MPG Highway31 | MPG Highway26 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity7 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space12.6 cu ft | Cargo Space17.8 cu ft |
Curb Weight3814 lbs | Curb Weight4745 lbs |
Height66.7 in | Height69.6 in |
Length189.6 in | Length199.3 in |
Width74.8 in | Width89.9 in |
Wheelbase110.8 in | Wheelbase119.1 in |
Maximum Payload1587 lbs | Maximum Payload1615 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity2000 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 2003-2009 | 2003-2005 |
MSRP | $31,990 | $51,370 |
Average price | $22,974 | $56,360 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.4 | 4.6 |
Expert reviews | 8.7 out of 10Read full review | 7.0 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | On the small end of the midsize SUV spectrum, the Sorento is a classic in-betweener. It’s big enough to get a standard third row and has more room than compact crossovers like the Toyota RAV4, but it’s smaller and cheaper than most three-row midsizes, including Kia’s Telluride and the Ford Explorer. Gas-powered 2024 Sorentos get a visual glow-up as well as major infotainment and safety system updates, and a new X-Pro trim. Hybrid and PHEV Sorentos, which we review separately, won’t get these changes until 2025. Verdict: The 2024 Kia Sorento’s new looks make it seem bigger and fancier, and the X-Pro adds capability. There are more safety features and the Sorento’s tech is even easier to use. Demerits remain, namely the diminutive third row and pricey top trims, but the 2024 Sorento has lots to offer family buyers. | There is a reason that Ford’s Lincoln luxury division emphasizes the ethos of “Quiet Flight” when discussing its products, and our 2023 Aviator Grand Touring proved itself the epitome of this concept. It quietly glides everywhere you go, swaddling you in comfort, luxury, and high-tech features. And Lincoln hasn’t altered this formula for the new model year. (Note the unit shown in this review is in US specification with Black Label packaging, which is not available in Canada.) |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.5L 191 hp I4 | 3.0L 400 hp V6 |
Drive Train | FWD | RWD |
Seating Capacity | 7 | 7 |
Horsepower | 191 hp @ 6100 rpm | |
MPG City | 23 | 18 |
MPG Highway | 31 | 26 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.5L 191 hp I4 | 3.0L 400 hp V6 |
Torque | 181 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | |
Horsepower | 191 hp @ 6100 rpm | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 23 | 18 |
MPG Highway | 31 | 26 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 7 | 7 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 12.6 cu ft | 17.8 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3814 lbs | 4745 lbs |
Height | 66.7 in | 69.6 in |
Length | 189.6 in | 199.3 in |
Width | 74.8 in | 89.9 in |
Wheelbase | 110.8 in | 119.1 in |
Maximum Payload | 1587 lbs | 1615 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 2000 lbs | |
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